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Corban University

Salem, OR·Private nonprofit·636 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. financial aid brings net price below sticker.

90%
Accept
636
Students
$25,525
Net Price
61%
Grad Rate
$40,200
Earnings
10 yr
$17,951
Debt

About This School

Corban University is a private nonprofit institution located in Salem, Oregon with approximately 636 undergraduate students enrolled. Corban University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 90%. The average net price after financial aid is $25,525 per year. The graduation rate is 61%, and the typical graduate earns $40,200 within 10 years of enrollment.

Corban University is a private Christian university in Salem, Oregon, United States. There are about 1,000 full-time students enrolled on the Salem campus and 2,800 worldwide. Athletically, it is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics competing in the Cascade Collegiate Conference.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: a 61% graduation rate is below average, and median earnings of $40,200 a decade out are modest, though the relatively low median debt of $17,951 softens that concern somewhat. Worth considering if you're specifically seeking a tight-knit Christian community in the Pacific Northwest with NAIA athletics and don't mind a smaller campus of around 636 undergrads. Just go in with clear career intentions, since the outcomes data suggests graduates can struggle to build strong earning power post-graduation.

Founded
1935
Setting
Midsize city

Popular Programs

Psychology20%
Business & Marketing14%
Biological Sciences6%
Education5%
Communications4%
English3%
Health Professions3%
Visual & Performing Arts3%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite24

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$37,208
Out-of-State Tuition
$37,208
Avg Net Price
$25,525
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants28%
Median debt at graduation$17,951

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
61%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
82%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$40,200
after enrollment
Median Debt
$17,951
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$17,951
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$33,100
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$40,200
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.2x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White61%
Black2%
Hispanic/Latino15%
Asian2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (636 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Corban University

5000 Deer Park Dr SE

Salem, OR 97317-9392

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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